Since 1938 the Columbia Sportswear company has been helping people to get kitted out for the great outdoors and ensuring they are warm and comfortable when they get there. The range caters to all outdoors activities incorporating the latest footwear technology to cope with extreme environments and provide the maximum comfort and grip in all situations. Equally at home on the Appalachian Trail or in the city, the Columbia Sportswear company provide performance shoes when they are needed most, and excellent style for more leisurely pursuits for men and women alike.
For the extreme north and the Arctic Circle the cold weather boots offer sublime grip on snow and ice. Designed to cope with fierce Canadian winters and the ice and cold of the north east coast of the USA, they are a boot to be reckoned with. The Omni-Tech® outer membrane offers exceptional protection allowing moisture to leave and keeping water outside. Nubuck double layers provide additional protection on areas of high wear for super longevity. A heavily grooved Omni-Grip® rubber outsole gives incredible grip and is extremely hard wearing. Perfect anatomical support keeps the feet comfortable and well supported, and Thinsulate Insulation protects up to -32ºC / 25F. The Columbia Sportswear company takes cold weather seriously.
Less extreme environments require less insulation, however grip and support become major issues as the terrain becomes more irregular. Coping with many surfaces requires an exceptional multi-surface traction system and more of the features of a running shoe. Do not be deceived by the appearance of the trail and walking shoe collections. Whilst looking tame they offer exceptional grip and comfort for the most challenging of terrains, and can even cope with an occasional bath. A wide open gauge with Omni-Grip gives maximum traction and grip. The midsole features Techlite® for strength and flexibility, and an open gauge mesh allows water to exit fast. Finished off with a quick wet and dry lacing system, they offer the outdoor enthusiast the perfect trail running and multi-surface footwear.
The range of sandals and water shoes blurs the boundaries between shoe, sandal and flip-flop offering innovative technology and style, keeping the feet protected whilst allowing the air to get between the toes. Whether you are after an open toe sandal or quick release wild water model there will be a wide selection crafted perfectly to your individual requirements.
For the leisure market, the brand offers footwear more suited for an amble along the beach or a brisk summer stroll. For sailing and gentler pursuits the brand takes on a more refined look incorporating suede, canvas and leather to the construction of sandals and shoes. They offer an excellent fit and great support, ideal for those hot supper days and for keeping cool.